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JetFil® M550 is a high-purity, platy, ultra-fine talc, which is recommended for improving stiffness, HDT, and dimensional stability in polymers. It can be used in polyethylene, polypropylene, and PVC-based applications to achieve maximum stiffness at loading levels up to 40% or higher. JetFil® M550 is available in densified form to improve feeding, enhance extrusion throughput, and reduce dusting.

Functions: Filler

Chemical Family: Silicates

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyethylenes (PE), Polypropylenes (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPO)

Processing Methods: Extrusion

Features: Dimensional Stability, Excellent Creep, Excellent Elastic Recovery, Good Processability, High Heat Deflection Temperature, High Modulus of Elasticity, High Purity, High Stiffness, Odorless

End Uses: Automotive Under The Hood

Synonyms: Agalite, Talc (Mg3H2(SiO3)4), Talcum

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications

JetFil® M550 use in general purpose plastics, rigid packaging, appliances, and thermoformed products to:

  • increase modulus of elasticity, modulus of rupture, and HDT
  • reduce water diffusion, weight gain and swell in water, loss of elasticity and rupture modulus in moist environments
  • improve warpage, creep, dimensional stability and elastic recovery
  • improve processing efficiency

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness of Grind5.0Hegman gauge
Brightness81.0Minolta “Y”
Specific Gravity2.8
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5wt%
Loose Bulk Density10.4lbs/ft³
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Median Diameter4.7micronsSedigraph
Mineral Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Talc Contentmin. 97%X-Ray Diffraction
Mineral Profile
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dolomite, Chlorite Contentsmax. 3%X-Ray Diffraction

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • USA